9/21/06

We at Chabad of the Five Towns join you in hope and prayer as together we approach the new Jewish year of 5767. Together we'll listen to the call of the Shofar, taste the sweetness of the Apple-and-Honey, recommit to G‑d on Yom Kippur, unite under the leafy branches of the Sukkah, and rejoice in our heritage on Simchat Torah.

Join us this year to celebrate together in our shul throughout this special month, and before the High Holidays are upon us, check out our incredible website for your pre-holiday preparation! www.Chabad5towns.com/NewYear is a perfect companion and guide to the extraordinary range of traditions, practices and emotions inherent in this festive month.

The megasite includes hundreds of web pages chock full of everything from practical how-to guides, to deep mystical and Talmudic insights, to interactive games and a searchable worldwide database of High Holiday services. Utilizing a variety of advanced web technologies and an elegant design, The Jewish New Year site provides a treasure trove of information for this jam-packed season of the Jewish year.

Approaching the High Holidays is also an auspicious time to pray at the resting place of the righteous to intercede on our behalf, beseeching G‑d to grant us all a wonderful year. I will, therefore, be at the Rebbe's resting place in Queens together with some tens of thousands of other people from around the world. I would like to pray for you, as well, at the Rebbe's "Ohel." If you send me your name and mother's name (preferably the Hebrew or Yiddish names), and those of anyone else you would like me to mention, I would be glad to have them in mind as well. If there's a specific need you would like me to pray for, please mention it as well. Respond to this email with your information or if you prefer, you can fax the names to 718-723-4444, or bring your letter to the Chabad Center before Friday.

At the close of the year 5766, I take this opportunity to thank all our supporters, staff and volunteers who have helped us out throughout the year. This past year's success is thanks to you!

Wishing you and yours a happy, healthy sweet New Year and may we all be inscribed in the book of life, peace and prosperity!

Best wishes for a Shabbat Shalom & Shana Tova!
Rabbi Wolowik

	High Holidays with Chabad

Final Call for High Holiday Seat Reservations!! Click or call to make reservations: 516-295-2478 Chabad's traditional service is designed to guide you step-by-step and will make you comfortable regardless of previous exposure and background. This, coupled with modern Jewish melodies and an easy to read prayer book translation will make this year's High Holidays an enjoyable and meaningful experience. Please note: our Rosh Hashana & Yom Kippur Services will be held once again at HAFTR High School, 635 Central Ave, Cedarhurst.

Led by our dynamic, Rabbi Meir & Hadassah Geisinsky and experienced and energetic group leaders, we will provide meaningful as well as fun, educational programs for your children while you attend services. Each group will enjoy age appropriate games, stories, discussions, prayers and songs. They will also have their own “Kids' Kiddush” with lunch & snacks. provided.

Suggested Donation: $100 per seat ~ $25 per child • Partnership / Membership: $850 annually - Nobody will be turned away for lack of funds. To make your reservations, call us at 516-295-2478. We'll be open all day Friday and Sunday to take your last-minute reservations.

	Happening at Chabad

Thursday, September 28 - Farbrengen for Men: The 6th of Tishrei
Commemorating the day of passing of Rebbetzin Chana, the mother of
the Lubavitcher Rebbe, OB”M. Thursday, Sept. 28, 8:15 pm at Chabad

	Partner with Chabad!

Last year we embarked on an active partnership/membership drive to help increase our partnership family. This will make us stronger as a group, as well as help place our shul on stronger financial footings. The stronger we become the more we can offer our community in terms of programs and services. Plus, with every new family, more and more of our fellow Jews will be enjoying the Chabad experience of warm, non-judgmental, inspiring Judaism.

Our partnership drive is still in full swing and we welcome & encourage your participation! Our doors are always open and our congregants include all families from every conceivable segment of the Jewish community: Conservative, Orthodox, Reform, Sefardi, Ashkenazi, observant and unaffiliated.

Click here to download our Partnership/Membership Form or click here to see what we offer. Forms can be mailed to us, 74 Maple Avenue, Cedarhurst NY 11516 or faxed to 516-295-7840. We look forward to formally welcoming you aboard in the very near future.